NE BUSINESS BUREAU
ABU DHABI (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES), MARCH 25
The UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, and the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), have brought forward their directive to suspend all inbound, outbound, and transit passenger flights in the UAE from Tuesday. This decision has been made to limit the spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus and to protect citizens, residents, and international travelers, an airlines release said.
As a result, Etihad Airways will suspend all departures from Abu Dhabi International Airport immediately for an initial 14 days, subject to further directives by the relevant authorities. All Etihad Airways aircraft currently outside the UAE will continue to operate to Abu Dhabi as planned, with the final arrival on Wednesday, March 25, carrying passengers permitted to enter the UAE under current government-imposed restrictions.
We deeply regret any inconvenience and disruption this will cause our customers during this challenging period. Our teams will continue to make every effort to assist its customers and to advise them of their options.
All guests affected by the temporary flight suspension are advised to visit etihad.com/travelalerts to understand their rebooking options.
